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Eimeo has an estimated 3,442 residents, up from 3,285 at the 2021 Census — a change of 157 people, or 4.8%. That puts 1,006 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the surrounding region combined with recently validated residential addresses by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Eimeo has an estimated population of approximately 3,442 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 157 people (4.8%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 3,285 people. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 3,415, estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 and 4 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density stands at 1,006 persons per square kilometer, a level that matches typical benchmarks recorded by AreaSearch.
The suburb's 4.8% growth rate since census trails the SA3 area (6.8%) by 2.0 percentage points, demonstrating solid growth momentum. Natural increase was the primary catalyst, representing about 46.0% of recent population growth, with interstate and overseas migration also showing positive trends. Projections utilize ABS and Geoscience Australia forecasts released in 2024 using 2022 as a base year. Where SA2 data is unavailable or for periods beyond 2032, Queensland State Government projections released in 2023 based on 2021 numbers are used. Because these state forecasts lack age breakdowns, AreaSearch scales growth proportionally based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (using 2022 data) for age segments. Due to these demographic shifts, the suburb of Eimeo is set to experience high-tier growth relative to non-metropolitan areas nationwide, with projections showing a rise of 1,310 persons to 2041, representing a total increase of 37.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
22 new dwellings have been approved in Eimeo over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That is 1.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 5, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from regional data, the suburb of Eimeo has recorded roughly 4 residential approvals annually, amounting to 22 homes over the past 5 financial years. For FY-26 to date, 5 approvals have been documented. Since an average of 3 new residents per year arrived per dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand is outstripping supply, which tends to drive up prices and rivalry among buyers, while the expected construction cost of new homes averages $458,000—moderately higher than regional baselines—reflecting a focus on premium builds.
Additionally, commercial development remains minor with $5.0 million in commercial approvals this financial year. Relative to Rest of Qld, building activity in the suburb of Eimeo is significantly depressed, running 64.0% below regional average per person. This restricted building activity typically bolsters demand and prices for existing stock. This construction rate is also lower than the national benchmark, indicating the suburb's maturity and potential planning constraints. Furthermore, recent construction consists entirely of detached houses, maintaining the suburban environment which appeals to buyers seeking space. With a ratio of 1371 people per dwelling approval, the suburb of Eimeo represents a highly mature property market. Long-term forecasts suggest the suburb of Eimeo will gain 1,283 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If construction rates persist at current levels, housing supply may lag population growth, intensifying competition among buyers and encouraging upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 49 current infrastructure and development projects close to Eimeo, worth an estimated $2.62 billion. 22 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, residential development and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Infrastructure changes, major projects, and planning schemes are primary drivers of local market dynamics. AreaSearch has identified 6 projects expected to influence the local area, including the Blacks Beach Shopping Precinct, Solana Lifestyle Resort Northern Beaches Mackay, Northern Beaches Community Hub, and the Camilleri Street District Park Upgrade.
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Blacks Beach Shopping Precinct
A 5.7ha mixed-use development featuring the Allied Village healthcare hub and a 126-place childcare centre. The precinct includes a GP practice, pharmacy, veterinary clinic, allied health services, and a convenience store. The project also incorporates 16 residential lots and received council recognition for its role in supporting the growth of Mackays Northern Beaches, with active construction on surrounding infrastructure as of mid-2026.
Camilleri Street District Park Upgrade
Multi-stage upgrade to a district park in Blacks Beach delivering a youth hub with a skate park, pump track, half basketball court, and hit-up wall. Recent upgrades include a formalised entry off Camilleri Street, concrete perimeter pathways, shade trees, seating, an elevated micromesh boardwalk, new amenities, a dog park, and picnic areas to improve accessibility and community connectivity.
Northern Beaches Community Hub
The Northern Beaches Community Hub is a transformative precinct serving Mackay's northern growth corridor. Stage 1A, featuring a nature play area and multi-purpose court, opened in July 2025. Stage 1B is currently under construction, delivering a two-storey facility with a modern library, flexible community meeting rooms, a 103sqm cafe, and a central town square for events. The project utilizes structural steel framing to create climate-responsive indoor and outdoor spaces for a population expected to reach 32,000 by 2041.
Reed Street Extension (Norwood Parade/Reed Street Connection)
Construction of the missing road link connecting Reed Street (near Northern Beaches State High School, Beaconsfield) to Norwood Parade (Kerrisdale Estate, Rural View) in Mackay's Northern Beaches. The project eases congestion on Mackay-Bucasia Road, improves flood immunity across McCready's Creek for access to essential services including the cyclone shelter at Northern Beaches State High School and the future Community Hub, and unlocks further residential development. Total project cost approximately $10.5 million, with $7.58 million funded by the Queensland Government's Residential Activation Fund.
Slater Avenue Childcare and Retail Precinct
DA-approved mixed-use precinct at 241 Slater Avenue featuring a 126-place childcare centre and a 1,095 sqm retail, medical, and allied health commercial centre. Situated on a 4,755 sqm site in a high-growth corridor adjacent to a new residential subdivision.
Solana Lifestyle Resort Northern Beaches Mackay
Over 50s land lease lifestyle resort in Mackay's Northern Beaches featuring single level homes and a central Livewell Centre with indoor and outdoor pools, gym, cinema, library, bowls green, tennis and BBQ areas. Stage 1 sold out; Stage 2 and 3 selling with civil works and home construction underway.
Bucasia 186 Homes and Childcare Centre
Proposed masterplanned residential community transforming 27.91 hectares of farmland into a housing estate with 186 homes and an integrated childcare centre in Mackay's fastest-growing northern beaches region. The site is designated as Emerging Community and Rural under the Mackay Region Planning Scheme 2017, with water and sewer infrastructure nearby. Located in close proximity to Bucasia Beach, schools, and local shopping facilities.
Northern Beaches Community Hub
A multi-stage community infrastructure project serving Mackay's fastest-growing northern suburbs. Stage 1A is complete with a multi-purpose undercover court and nature play areas. Stage 1B is under construction and will feature a library, meeting rooms, and cafe space, with future stages including an aquatic facility.
1,988 residents of Eimeo are employed, from a labour force of 2,045. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 74.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,470, about 72% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is characterized by a strong skills profile and high representation in essential services, with an unemployment rate sitting at 2.8% and annual job growth estimated at 3.0% based on AreaSearch statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, 1,988 residents are employed, which is 1.1% below the 3.9% rate seen in Regional Qld, while participation is exceptionally high at 74.5% versus 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that only 5.5% of working residents operated from home, though this figure should be considered in light of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, mining, and education & training. The area displays a notable concentration in mining, with a workforce share 3.9 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is minimally represented, employing 0.7% of residents compared to 4.5% across the region. Due to its residential character, the local area provides relatively few jobs internally, as shown by comparing the count of Census workers against the resident workforce. Analysis of SALM and ABS data for the year ending March 2026 shows a 3.0% expansion in local employment and a 4.2% increase in the labor force, which caused the unemployment rate to climb by 1.2 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1%, the labor force grow by 0.3%, and unemployment increase by 0.1 percentage points. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide broader context on prospective labor demand. These projections, spanning five and ten years, are mapped against local employment structures to predict growth trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by industry. Weighting these projections to the local industry distribution suggests employment for residents will rise by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted projection that does not factor in localized population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Eimeo is $2,304 a week (about $120,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,031 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $71,529 a year against an average of $89,436. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to tax data from the ATO for the financial year 2023, the suburb of Eimeo recorded a median taxpayer income of $71,529 and an average income of $89,436. These figures are highly competitive on a national scale and compare to Regional Qld medians of $53,146 and averages of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 stand at roughly $79,655 for median and $99,596 for average incomes. The 2021 Census ranks Eimeo's household, family, and personal incomes highly, placing them between the 81st and 83rd percentiles across Australia.
The largest income bracket contains 38.0% of local taxpayers (1,307 people) who earn between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which is similar to the 31.7% share seen regionally. Higher earners are also prominent, with 32.6% earning over $3,000 per week. After housing costs, residents retain 87.0% of their income, indicating high disposable funds, and the area ranks in the 5th decile of the SEIFA index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Eimeo had 1,105 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 49% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 24% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $390 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 16.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential architecture at the time of the latest Census was composed of 96.4% houses and 3.6% other properties (such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative structures), compared to Regional Qld where houses made up 76.4% and other dwellings accounted for 23.6%. Home ownership rates in the area lagged the regional benchmark at 24.2%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (49.0%) or rented (26.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 was higher than the regional average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $390 compared to the regional figure of $345.
Locally, mortgage payments are lower than the national average of $1,863, whereas rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Eimeo counted 1,105 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 79.1% of local households, consisting of couples with children at 38.0%, couples without children at 30.0%, and single parents at 10.1%. The remaining 20.9% are non-family households, which include lone person households at 17.9% and group living situations at 3.3%. The median household size of 2.7 residents is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
19.2% of adults in Eimeo hold a university qualification, including 14.1% with a bachelor degree and 2.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 34.0% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Educational attainment profiles show that university graduation rates of 19.2% are lower than the national average of 30.4%, pointing to opportunities for targeted tertiary programs. Among graduates, bachelor degrees are most common at 14.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Vocational education is strongly represented, with 45.4% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificate qualifications (34.0%). There is strong participation in study, with 33.1% of the population enrolled in education. This cohort comprises 13.3% in primary schools, 10.4% in secondary schools, and 3.3% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Eimeo means driving: households keep an average of 1.8 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport links include 2 active stops within Eimeo, serviced by buses. These stops accommodate 1 distinct routes that provide a total of 49 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 524 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential profile, most workers commute elsewhere, with cars being the primary mode of travel for 96% of commuters. Average vehicle ownership is 1.8 per household, exceeding the regional benchmark. Additionally, a minor 5.5% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules.
Service frequency averages 7 runs per day across the route network, representing roughly 24 trips weekly at each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.0% of residents in Eimeo report no long-term health condition. 3.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 62.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators in Eimeo are above average, with both younger and older cohorts displaying a low rate of chronic health issues, and private health coverage is high, encompassing 63% of residents (2,156 people). This exceeds the Regional Qld average of 52.5% and the national baseline of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent issues, affecting 7.7% and 7.2% of residents respectively. Conversely, 74.0% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health outcomes for those under 65 are favorable. Residents aged 65 and older make up 12.6% of the population (433 people), which is below the regional share of 20.4%.
Seniors in the area experience strong health outcomes, ranking higher than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Eimeo is largely Australian-born, at 85.1% of residents, with 4.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.1%) and Australian (28.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures are below average, with citizens making up 87.0% of the population, 85.1% born in Australia, and 95.6% speaking only English at home. The largest religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 50.0% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Regarding parent birthplaces, the most common ancestries are English at 32.1%, Australian at 28.4%, and Scottish at 8.6%. Certain backgrounds show high concentration relative to regional averages, including Maltese at 1.6% of the population (compared to 0.4% regionally), South Australian at 0.9% (compared to 0.5%), and French at 0.7% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Eimeo is 36. 26.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 36 is lower than the Regional Qld figure of 41 and slightly below the Australian median of 38 years. The 35 - 44 cohort is highly represented at 15.3% locally, while residents aged 75 - 84 are under-represented at 3.4%. Since 2021, the 65 to 74 demographic has increased from 7.0% to 8.6% of the population. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 16.1% to 13.7%, and the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.7% to 13.4%. Future demographic models project that the local age profile will shift by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age segment growing by 255 people (54%) to reach 727 from a base of 471.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Eimeo
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 4 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,285 at the 2021 Census → 3,442 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL30951). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.